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When You Don't Look Sick

People with invisible disabilities and chronic illnesses number in the millions, but they're often alone with their struggles. Here's why they deserve attention and respect-and how to give it.

INVENTING THE FUTURE

Climate change can be scary and overwhelming-and it affects everyone's health. But industry, governments, and everyday EVERY DA people are innovating as fast as they can-and there's reason to be hopeful.

INSIGHTS Where Pain Relief Begins

Your brain plays a crucial role in helping you feel better.

GET BETTER ZZZ'S

QUALITY SLUMBER is one of the most important things you can give YOUR BODY AND MIND - but it doesn't always happen naturally. So we tapped top sleep EXPERTS to find out what types of SLEEP TOOLS they thought really helped, then RESEARCHED AND TESTED dozens of products meant to sweeten your dreams, from the pillow under your head to the sheets atop your feet. NOW MEET THE WINNERS: They'll help you create your optimal sleep sanctuary so you can have a very good night.

THE DOCTOR IS IN Sex and Drugs

That got your attention, right? Here, answers to a few questions on both.

walk away stress

Nearly all exercise is good for your mental health, but walking seems to have a tension-relieving superpower. And every little bit helps.

HOW I DO IT Intuitive Eating

Unlearning diet rules helped me find peace with food.

BEAUTY Get Your Best Brows

Expert tips for a full, gorgeous look

NATURAL FIXES Rethink Red Meat

Moving toward a plant-based diet is good for your heart as well as for the health of the planet.

HEALTHY HOBBY STARGAZING

Through studying the night sky, you could spark creativity, feel closer to others, and learn something new.

5 Myths About Pet Health

Fuzzy falsehoods about your four-legged friends can prevent you from taking the best care of them. Here's what we know.

Boost Your Mood Right Now!

Science-backed ways to lift your spirits when you need it most

Your Brain on COVID

Research is beginning to untangle long COVID, and mental health seems to play a major role.

Hope for Earlier Parkinson's Detection

For many diseases, including brain-related ones such as Alzheimer's, there are diagnostic tests that may aid in diagnosis.

There's (Clean) Power in Numbers

Taking climate action is easier when you join forces with others. Volunteer groups to check out:

All-Star Nutrition Advice

March is National Nutrition Month-in honor of this, we asked nutritionists we work with yearround for their fave ways to be nourished, healthy, and happy each day.

Q&A Will supplements help my hair grow?

Maybe in an indirect way. \"In terms of vitamins, few, if any, specifically target hair growth,\" says board-certified dermatologist Ife J. Rodney, M.D., a professor of dermatology at Howard University and George Washington University.

Keep Pups Happy at the Groomer

If your pet finds the groomer scary, exposure therapy can help, says Hannah Gillihan, a certified trainer at Zoom Room Dog Training.

HAMSTRING HEALER

Tight hamstrings can cascade into other issues like lower-back tightness or pain, and inactivity is a big contributor. This move can help loosen you up.

Lazy Exercise

For \"zero-motivation\" days: Lindsey Benoit O'Connell, C.S.C.S., founder of LAB Wellness, created a routine that will have you strengthening and sweating without getting out of bed.

BAKING

Kneading bread, making muffins, or assembling a cake can boost your well-being-and bring joy to those around you!

Balneotherapy for Muscle Pain

This spa-like treatment may be just what you need for sore muscles.

SEX & LOVE The Body Image-Pleasure Connection

How to tune out negative thoughts for better sex

Love Your Lips

Expert tips for a soft, smooth kisser

WHAT'S UP WITH...GOOSEBUMPS

Here's why your skin sometimes takes on a whole new texture.

CHALLENGE - Fix Your Posture-Fast!

These tricks can help you sit up a little straighter and stand a little taller in just days.

DOES IT WORK? Home Tests for Food Sensitivities

Wondering which foods are making your belly hurt? These tests claim to sort it out.

Stop a Headache in Its Tracks

Tips and tricks to ease the pain-no meds required.

Why Did I Have Such Painful Periods?

It took months of navigating the medical system before I found relief.

navigating your cancer diagnosis

This is a journey nearly 2 million Americans will go on this year-but despite the vast numbers, many of them will feel alone and overwhelmed on this unwanted course. It's time to make sure every single person who hears \"You have cancer\" feels in control of what's next.